Description
Gather these ingredients to make your Cinnamon Roll French Toast:
- 4 cinnamon rolls (store-bought or homemade)
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon butter (for frying)
- ¼ cup powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (optional, for serving)
- Fresh fruit (optional, for serving)
Ingredients
Step-by-Step Instructions
Here’s how to make Cinnamon Roll French Toast:
Prepare the Cinnamon Rolls:
- Cut the cinnamon rolls into halves or quarters, depending on their size, so that they fit well in the pan. Set aside.
Make the Egg Mixture:
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
Cook the Cinnamon Roll French Toast:
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add butter to coat the bottom.
- Dip each piece of cinnamon roll into the egg mixture, making sure both sides are soaked.
- Place the soaked cinnamon rolls into the hot skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
Serve:
- Once cooked, remove the French toast from the skillet and place on a serving plate.
- Top with powdered sugar, a drizzle of maple syrup, and fresh fruit if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 500-550
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Protein: 10g